COMMUNITY CRISIS CENTER
Community Educator 

JOB SUMMARY: Community Educators will provide sexual assault education to our community.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Provide educational programs for community and professional groups as requested.

-Maintain an adequate supply of domestic and sexual assault brochures and pamphlets in appropriate locations throughout the community.

-Promote and schedule prevention education programs through outreach to educators, school systems, youth organizations, medical and community groups, and other interested or high-risk populations.

-Assist DSV Advocacy and Prevention Services Coordinator in the planning and coordination of the events related to Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Month and awareness of sexual assault/abuse issues throughout the year.

-Provide training to other professionals as needed.

-Remain aware of current developments in the field of domestic violence and sexual assault.

-Participate in funder site reviews as necessary.

-Must maintain confidentiality of services.

-Attend staff meetings as designated unless the Executive Director waives this requirement.

-Assist the DSV Advocacy and Prevention Services Coordinator in short and long-range program planning.

-Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

-Supervised by the DSV Advocacy and Prevention Services Coordinator. 

-Work with all agency employees, volunteers, and student interns as necessary.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

-Education – Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in social services or communication. Must have basic computer skills.

-Experience – Prefer (1) one-year experience in social services.

-Training – Upon employment will receive a minimum of (40) forty hours training in the area of domestic and sexual violence.

-Technical Skills – Must have good verbal and written communication; must have good listening skills; must have good organizational skills; must have the ability to prioritize responsibilities; must have knowledge of area services pertaining to agency services.

-Social Skills – Must demonstrate flexibility and teamwork capacity within the agency; must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision. Must also demonstrate courtesy and respect towards all fellow employees, interns, volunteers, visitors, and clients.

-Physical Requirements – Must have visual and auditory acuity; must be able to lift up to (30) thirty pounds; must be able to enter information into agency files.

-Transportation Requirements – Must be willing and able to travel throughout the area for presentations; if using a privately-owned vehicle, must provide proof of current automobile insurance coverage and annual renewal documentation thereafter.

-Attendance – Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.

STAFF MEETING REQUIREMENT:

General Meeting

In-services as applicable

Professional Development is encouraged

Send your cover letter & resume to Uzma at uhussaini@crisiscenter.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Starting, $40,000/year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required) 

Ability to Relocate:

• Elgin, IL 60120: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person